county

Definition

  • noun: an area of a state or country that is larger than a city and has its own government to deal with local matters
  • noun: the domain of a 'count'
  • often used before another noun

Examples

  • the largest school district in the 'county'

  • the 'county' sheriff

  • a 'county' fair

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Love! SETH: Hi! Hello! I was wondering if you could tell me how to get to the county hospital? NURSE: Can I help you, sir? I'll just take a moment to catch my breath. Breath! (..)
    1998 City of Angels